John S. Harris

Marshal John Harris was shot and killed while walking a prisoner to jail. As the two walked through the town center the prisoner fired a handgun through his pants pocket, fatally wounding Marshal Harris.

Marshal Harris was survived by his wife, son, and daughter.

Bio

Age34

TourNot available

BadgeNot available

Incident Details

CauseGunfire

WeaponGun; Unknown type

OffenderNot available

Most Recent Reflection

NEVER FORGET! On behalf of the Westerville, Ohio Division of Police, we honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Marshal John S. Harris Cedarville Police Department, Ohio and the additional 65 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.